Post by imarob on May 19, 2013 12:10:48 GMT -5

Aren't they also used to track what stages are filling up (IE:type and times for music).

I'm sure they do look at that data, but it's can't be relied on 100% because you are not required to scan or "check-in" at those areas.

However, you are required to scan in at the tollbooths and when entering/exiting Centeroo. The data the RFID's provide for those points of interest will include a sample of all festival goers.

Ahhhhh.... I was thinking the sensors were/could be installed at the tents, etc. also. Like those tollbooths that you can drive through at 55 if you have an account registered. Just a theory. But yours seems more accurate as mine is speculation.

Post by canexplain on May 19, 2013 20:16:26 GMT -5

I think I posted this b4, but we went out of the venue and didn't scan out one time. They almost didn't let us back in because "big brother" said we were already in the venue lolz ... cr****

That is to prevent you from slipping off your wristband and having a friend carry it out and give it someone else for entry.

Of course but that's why you are suppose to put them on so you can't get them off unless you are friggin Houdini ...., The first day especially it is incumbent for the LEO's to check them. When we walked out, it would not be an exaggeration to say, the exit we walked out of, was big enough for a elephant It was the truck entrance/exit, left of one of the regular entrances. So it goes. In the end, we just smiled, and it all worked out. cr****

Post by bonzai on May 19, 2013 22:36:11 GMT -5

It's weeks like this past week (and specifically today) that reminds me of how lucky I am. Some people leave the world empty- thing left unsaid and acts undone. And others leave this world and THEY ROCKED EVERY MINUTE. I can only hope I am one of those. I am left thinking of all my Inforoo family and how supportive and wonderful you all are. Make sure you say everything you want to before it's too late.

Post by canexplain on May 20, 2013 9:39:53 GMT -5

It's weeks like this past week (and specifically today) that reminds me of how lucky I am. Some people leave the world empty- thing left unsaid and acts undone. And others leave this world and THEY ROCKED EVERY MINUTE. I can only hope I am one of those. I am left thinking of all my Inforoo family and how supportive and wonderful you all are. Make sure you say everything you want to before it's too late.

I hope you are not offended but that sounds exactly what I tell myself every morning. Sure some days don't go the way we wanted or expected, but ya know, someone knows why things happen like they do: So "You better watch out...." Didn't want to get real serious this early. R&R, smiles, and good people. "Oh What A Life." cr****

I just edit until someone posts something under me haha. I guess we all need to carry lasers around with us now so we can zap the mannequins at stores now (I think that might work, not sure). Face recognition if you saw the articles. cr****

Post by Madeline on May 20, 2013 14:53:55 GMT -5

It's weeks like this past week (and specifically today) that reminds me of how lucky I am. Some people leave the world empty- thing left unsaid and acts undone. And others leave this world and THEY ROCKED EVERY MINUTE. I can only hope I am one of those. I am left thinking of all my Inforoo family and how supportive and wonderful you all are. Make sure you say everything you want to before it's too late.

I have an email my grandpa wrote stuck to my fridge so I see it every day. It basically says if you are kind, you will be happy. (in many, many more words than that haha) I keep thinking I want to type it up and share it, but I can't tell if I love it so much just because it's from my grandpa, or if it is actually as wonderful as I think.

Post by bonzai on May 20, 2013 15:16:14 GMT -5

It's weeks like this past week (and specifically today) that reminds me of how lucky I am. Some people leave the world empty- thing left unsaid and acts undone. And others leave this world and THEY ROCKED EVERY MINUTE. I can only hope I am one of those. I am left thinking of all my Inforoo family and how supportive and wonderful you all are. Make sure you say everything you want to before it's too late.

I have an email my grandpa wrote stuck to my fridge so I see it every day. It basically says if you are kind, you will be happy. (in many, many more words than that haha) I keep thinking I want to type it up and share it, but I can't tell if I love it so much just because it's from my grandpa, or if it is actually as wonderful as I think.

I am sorry if you lost someone this week.

Share if you want to share, keep it to yourself if you want to. I think it's wonderful that you have something to hold onto like that.

Yes, I did lose someone.. He passed last weekend in a car accident, but his Celebration of Life was yesterday. So it was a long, emotional (and drunken) day. I wasn't planning posting about him on here and I don't particularly remember posting that last night. One of our friends is an AV guy and made this video:

(I somehow missed the the call for picture submissions, but I am in the background of the video around 3 minutes (and it continues to play a few seconds later) and a group picture near the end with a hand in front of my face.)

Next weekend is Boston Calling and he and his fiancee were supposed to go too. She will not go, but she's lending us all some bandanas (sort of his thing) to rock in his honor.

Post by BlackAmy on May 20, 2013 15:38:22 GMT -5

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart is aching for all involved. That video is so beautiful. I feel like I know him just from watching that. When my father passed we were able to make a video of pictures. It's hard to watch, but makes them feel closer. Feel free to message me if you need anything

Post by rasta979 on May 20, 2013 16:19:30 GMT -5

I have an email my grandpa wrote stuck to my fridge so I see it every day. It basically says if you are kind, you will be happy. (in many, many more words than that haha) I keep thinking I want to type it up and share it, but I can't tell if I love it so much just because it's from my grandpa, or if it is actually as wonderful as I think.

I am sorry if you lost someone this week.

Share if you want to share, keep it to yourself if you want to. I think it's wonderful that you have something to hold onto like that.

Yes, I did lose someone.. He passed last weekend in a car accident, but his Celebration of Life was yesterday. So it was a long, emotional (and drunken) day. I wasn't planning posting about him on here and I don't particularly remember posting that last night.

I feel ya Bonz, lost my last grandparent yesterday. Never can be really ready and its even more tragic when its well before their time as the case for your bud, thanks for sharing the vid. My grandmother was old and fading...hurts because that generation is now gone from me. What a bitter sweet and short dance we all really get.

Post by El-D on May 20, 2013 19:54:47 GMT -5

Yeah, I been watching the news about the tornado in Oklahoma. This is the second time that town Moore has been bulldozed by a massive EF-5 twister that I can remember. One which hit that town in 1999 is one of the strongest (if not the strongest) ever recorded, with over 300+ mph winds. This probably won't be too far off.

Post by Dave Maynar on May 20, 2013 20:40:49 GMT -5

Sorry to hear about your loss, bonz. Say what you will about youtube in general but it really gives the ability to share things like that with people everywhere and for a long time. When my friend passed a few years ago, they made a similar video for him. I still look at it every couple of months when he comes up in my thoughts.